Gauteng: Accountant posted by Creative Leadership Solutions

• BCom degree in accounting

Minimum applicable experience (years):

• Minimum 1 year post-articles experience in accounting

Required nature of experience:

• Managing client portfolios (individual taxpayers, companies, CCs, trusts)
• Performing bookkeeping, management accounts, and payroll
• Preparing annual financial statements (IFRS for SME)
• VAT, PAYE, and SARS compliance
• Client onboarding and resource planning

Skills and Knowledge (essential):

• Strong technical knowledge of accounting and tax principles
• Excellent relationship management skills
• Up-to-date knowledge of tax developments
• Proficiency in Xero, SimplePay, Draftworx, and eFiling

Other:

• Proficient in Afrikaans and English
• Own transport and license
• SAIPA / CIMA / AGA(SA) membership advantageous

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Manage a client portfolio consisting of individual taxpayers, companies, close corporations, and trusts.
• Resource planning with regards to deadlines and new client onboarding.
• Gather necessary financial information, including bank statements and third-party supporting documents.
• Perform monthly bookkeeping, management accounts, and payroll for clients.
• Prepare annual financial statements, primarily IFRS for SMEs.
• Calculate VAT, PAYE, and other statutory requirements on a monthly basis.
• Ensure client regulatory compliance with CIPC, DoL, and SARS.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by staying up to date on the latest tax and accounting developments.
• Build and maintain excellent client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Support clients’ growth and sustainability goals.

Remuneration Offered
Market related